With generous support from an anonymous donor, The Bard College Conservatory of Music requests proposals for its Hungarian Visiting Fellowship in the 2010-2011 academic year.

Eligibility. The Conservatory will consider proposals in the areas of music performance, composition, theory, music history, conducting, and combinations of these, from exceptional musicians associated with music institutions in Hungary. Preference will be given to junior faculty or post-graduate students. 

Requirements of the Fellowship. Hungarian Visiting Fellows must reside at the Bard College Conservatory of Music for the duration of the Fellowship period, which can range from one or more weeks to a full academic year (two semesters). For longer Fellowship periods, for example for one or two semesters, the Fellow may spend periods of time away from the Bard campus, either to visit other U.S. institutions or to return to Hungary for holidays. At the end of the Fellowship period – within six months of its completion – the Fellow is required to write a brief report on the fellowship, including recommendations for continued operation of the Fellowship program.

Proposal deadline. Proposals for Visiting Fellowships in the 2010-2011 academic year – September, 2010 through April 15, 2011 – are due by May 1, 2010. Decisions will be communicated by May 21, 2010. Applicants are encouraged to consult with the Conservatory Director, Robert Martin, early in the process, to allow time for modifications and refinements of the proposal.

Proposals. Proposals should be brief and specific. Performers might, for example, propose to coach chamber music, give master classes, offer vocal coaching, play in ensembles (small and large) with students, or serve as a collaborative pianist. Composers could propose to supervise the preparation and performance of original compositions. Theorists and music historians could propose to offer courses, mini-courses, or series of lectures. Applicants are encouraged to propose combinations of these activities. Proposals will be evaluated based on the attractiveness and feasibility of the activities proposed, the qualifications of the applicant, and needs of the Bard College Conservatory of Music.

The proposal should include a comprehensive curriuculum vitae of the applicant and supporting material deemed appropriate, including CDs and DVDs for performers and composers, and publications for theorists and music historians.

The Hungarian Visiting Fellowship will cover the costs of round trip airfare and a stipend. If applicants are able to connect the proposed Fellowship period to other activities in the northeast U.S., the costs of travel will be pro-rated appropriately.

For more information, please call (845) 758-7196 or email conservatory@bard.edu. 

• Fangyue He '11, violin 
• Jiazhi Wang '13, violin
• Cindy Xu '12, viola
• Adrienn Kantor '14, flute
• Renata Rakova '13, clarinet
• Fanya Wyrick-Flax '12, flute (alternate)